The Alternative Youth Hockey League (AYHL) was created to provide families with a significantly better option for youth Hockey development. The AYHL leverages the Calgary Hockey Development Centre's facility to provide a comprehensive development option under one roof. Using a "one fee, one location, one schedule" model, families can now enjoy an affordable hockey season without all the added stress of sporadic scheduling, fundraising, volunteering, early morning ice times and driving to different locations.
The HDC Difference
Smaller team sizes
HDC ice (1:2 ratio of an NHL ice surface, with all line markings)
No fundraising/cash calls/volunteering
2 set prime-time practices per week
Minimum one prime-time game/week - 21 game season
Superior coaching and coaching development
Customized nets for Pipsqueaks Division
Set yearly schedule with no pre 7:45 am ice
A dedicated website and TeamSnap
Year End full ice tournament
Jerseys, socks and helmet stickers
Insurance
On-site pro-shop and coffee station
Children's play area
No boundary restrictions
Program Goals
Provide a superior and comprehensive hockey development program for young athletes
Provide the best value program for parents
Create a team of similarly skilled players looking for an elite experience
Recruit parents and players that align to the overarching development objectives
Improve the four pillars of development "physical- mental- emotional-social"
